210 Missassaga St. East
Orillia, Ontario
705-329-0001
Type of cuisine: Bistro
Date of Visit: Sept, 2009
Overall Quality Ranking: It could be worse
Cost: Moderate to Expensive
Gluten-Free Menu Options: Somewhat restricted
Gluten Free Diner Comfort ranking: Cautiously Comfortable
Description: We chose this restaurant for the patio, the view of the water, and the great weather. Yes, it was a classic mistake, but this Ontario summer has left us pining for the sun. I should point out that the inside menu was more appealing (with seemingly more GF choices) than the patio menu, which was comparatively uninteresting.
The disappointment started with the 'Zinfandel' by the glass, which turned out to be white. They were friendly about changing this to a relatively bland cab-merlot. The outside menu being limited, I chose the steak. Apart from cooking the medium-rare rather too rare, this was remarkably bland. In fact, I felt guilty about my cow meeting his/her end in such a sad manner, a feeling made worse by viewing Food Inc later that evening. The roasted and herbed potatoes were the high point, and the vegetables were fresh, if tepid. The second member of the team had the crusted cod, which was also fairly bland.
Our server was friendly and helpful, and we complained not a word about the food, although he was likely suspicious by the quantity of food remaining. As for ambiance, the patio did the job. The interior, although not explored, is set in a series of railway cars. Nice gimmick, but sorry, I won't be riding these rails again.
Saturday, September 5, 2009
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I must say i have been to this restaurant and the food may not be what you are accustomed to obviously with your refined tastes. however o we , have been there many times and enjoy this style of food as do our friends whom do have a refined taste pallet.however did you not enjoy your meal give the restaurant a chance to correct this, not fair to go on an internet site or blog to complain and the Ossawippi Express has no way of correcting the problem at hand. next time give them a chance being unfair is not something you would want either.
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